ECOWAS Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE)
The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) is a Specialized Agency of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, responsible for the development and promotion of renewable energy and energy efficiency.
The objectives of ECREEE are:
- Coordination of projects and programs related to EE and RE, improving access to modern; energy services and energy security;
- Sensitization and capacity building on EE and RE in the region;
- Policy harmonization for the implementation of such projects in the member states;
- Research and technology transfer; and
- Program development and resource mobilisation.
ECREEE plays a direct role in realizing the third Pillar of the ECOWAS Vision 2050, focusing on Economic Integration and Interconnectivity. Its efforts contribute also to realizing the objective 4 “Inclusive, and Sustainable Development” of ECOWAS Commission Management 4×4 Objectives. Through collaboration with local, regional, and international stakeholders, ECREEE is committed to advancing sustainable energy development to effectively meet the energy needs of its member states.
